Operations Manager

Looking for career opportunities, an employer who develops their people, a place to make your mark? If so, we are looking for you. A&A Transfer, an MEI Company, is a professional machinery moving, heavy hauling, installation, rigging and crane operations, warehousing and transport services company serving Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia since 1965. Our day-to-day operations are guided by our shared values of integrity, respect, professionalism, safety, commitment, and results and this has positioned us to provide exceptional service to customers of all sizes ranging from Aerospace, Automotive, Construction, Data Center, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical, and Institutional companies to every industry in between. Our people are our best asset, and we invest in training, support, and providing the proper tools needed to succeed. If you are looking to be a part of a great team, please apply!

Position Summary :

The Operations Manager is responsible for supporting and managing the day-to-day operations of rigging and / or crating functions to ensure the efficient use of time, materials, and equipment, and the work performed is done in a safe and effective manner. The Operations Manager will be involved in planning, directing, or coordinating operational activities. Will assist with policy formation and enforcement, budgeting, planning materials or labor resources, and be actively involved in processes and strategic planning affecting operations at all levels.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities :

• Direct and coordinate various department activities to ensure all materials, labor, equipment, and necessary items are available per job-specific or customer-specific requirements.
• Oversee administrative functions for assigned areas. This can include training, on-boarding, report generation, record-keeping, approving schedules, or dispatch and logistics coordination.
• Coordinate with vendors and suppliers so all necessary materials or equipment is ready and available when needed, and operations are sustained.
• Establish and implement operational protocols that may include temporary staffing, safety, information dissemination, or emergency procedures.
• Set and oversee department goals or objectives in conjunction with managers, foremen, and the General Manager.
• Evaluate processes to ensure they are compliant with laws, regulations, and customer or company specifications.
• Act as coach and / or mentor for employee and team development; resolve minor employee issues or conflicts.
• Participate in job walks, equipment inspection, review budget requirements and / or constraints, and provide overall guidance for operations or other departments as needed and requested.
• Act as professional MEI representative to external customers, vendors, agencies, and other on-site contractors.
• Perform all other duties as necessary and assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (Experience, Skills, and Education) :

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions :

This is very physical, hands-on work. An Operations Manager must be able to perform General Physical Activities — activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials up to 50 pounds. Willing and able to work in a non-temperature-controlled environment and / or outdoors in all types of weather, and over uneven ground or terrain. Frequent work sitting at a computer with use of keyboard / mouse. Will frequently use senses involving sight, sound, speech, or touch.

Additional Requirements :

Work with a Top-of-Mind Awareness for the safety of yourself and everyone at the job site. Must be able to work in a high functioning team environment. Display the highest levels of honesty, integrity, and professionalism. Take pride in your work and in the company. Communicate openly and strive for peak performance in daily tasks. Know and deliver the quality service MEI’s customers have come to expect.

Disclaimer : This job description is intended to summarize the type and level of work performed by an Operations Manager and is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and / or requirements. MEI reserves the right to change or modify this job description or the essential duties of the job, as necessary.

MEI is an Equal Opportunity, M / F / Disabled / Vet Preferred Employer.

Company Benefits :  MEI Rigging & Crating provides a dynamic and friendly work environment, challenging and rewarding career opportunities, a highly competitive salary and an extensive benefits package that includes Medical / Dental / Vision Coverage, Life & Disability Insurance, Retirement Benefits, Paid Time Off, Holidays, Employee Assistance Program, Referral Program.

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